INTERNATIONAL BANKING & FINANCE CERTIFICATION – INTERMEDIATE (EXCLUSIVE UK PROGRAM)
Bridging Global Banking Practices with Emerging Financial Strategies
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 27 – 31 Oct 2025 | Dubai, UAE | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
As global financial markets evolve and regulatory demands tighten, banking professionals must stay equipped with cross-border insights, risk mitigation strategies, and modern banking instruments. This intermediate-level certification program provides comprehensive training in international banking operations, trade finance, risk management, and capital market practices.
Tailored for mid-level professionals, this exclusive UK-designed course bridges practical applications with technical knowledge, ensuring participants build the confidence and competence to operate in today’s global financial environment.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the structure and function of international banking systems
• Evaluate the roles of central banks, commercial banks, and regulatory bodies
• Apply global trade finance instruments and compliance requirements
• Interpret capital market mechanisms and risk-return dynamics
• Strengthen knowledge in correspondent banking and cross-border operations
Key Benefits of Attending
• Build international financial fluency and regulatory awareness
• Learn from real case studies on global banking challenges and solutions
• Understand key instruments such as letters of credit, SWIFT, and FX hedging
• Gain insight into capital markets, Basel guidelines, and liquidity frameworks
• Elevate your professional credibility with a UK-endorsed certification
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Mid-level banking and finance professionals
• Trade finance officers and treasury analysts
• Relationship managers and client advisors
• Risk, compliance, and audit professionals
• Professionals preparing for international banking roles or certification
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Fluency in cross-border banking operations and instruments
• Understanding of trade finance, foreign exchange, and global payments
• Ability to interpret and apply capital adequacy and liquidity norms
• Confidence in navigating international compliance and reporting frameworks
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Stronger alignment with international banking standards and best practices
• Improved client service in cross-border transactions
• Enhanced internal risk and compliance practices
• Increased operational capacity in handling global financial products
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – Core themes in global banking systems and regulations
• Case Studies – Scenarios involving cross-border finance, sanctions, and compliance
• Workshops – Hands-on activities in risk assessment and trade finance documentation
• Peer Exchange – Cross-industry sharing of challenges in international banking
• Tools – Sample templates, compliance checklists, and risk evaluation models
Course Outline
Detailed 5-Day Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Global Banking Framework and Institutions
Module 1: Overview of the International Banking System (07:30 – 09:30)
• Key players: central banks, commercial banks, international financial institutions
• Monetary policy impacts and financial system interconnectivity
• Basel III overview
Module 2: Regulatory and Compliance Landscape (09:45 – 11:15)
• Global compliance frameworks (FATF, Basel, AML, KYC)
• UK/EU vs. emerging market regulatory differences
• Reporting, documentation, and ethical responsibilities
Module 3: Role of Central Banks and Financial Stability (11:30 – 01:00)
• Central bank functions in liquidity and stability
• Open market operations and interest rate policies
• UK FCA and PRA as regulatory bodies
Module 4: Case Study – Global Banking Crisis Impact (02:00 – 03:30)
• 2008 financial crisis and risk management lessons
• Group discussion on banking resilience
Day 2: Trade Finance Instruments and Practices
Module 1: Introduction to Trade Finance (07:30 – 09:30)
• Trade finance lifecycle and key players
• Commercial risk vs. country risk
Module 2: Letters of Credit & Guarantees (09:45 – 11:15)
• Types, structure, and documentation of L/Cs
• Standby L/Cs and bank guarantees
Module 3: SWIFT Messaging and International Payments (11:30 – 01:00)
• SWIFT codes, MT formats, and payment systems
• Cross-border settlement, delays, and sanctions screening
Module 4: Workshop – Structuring a Trade Finance Transaction (02:00 – 03:30)
• Case review: Exporter-importer transaction with L/C
• Completing documentation and compliance checklist
Day 3: Risk Management in International Finance
Module 1: Banking Risks and Controls (07:30 – 09:30)
• Credit, liquidity, market, and operational risk
• Introduction to risk-weighted assets (RWA) and CAR
Module 2: Foreign Exchange & Hedging Instruments (09:45 – 11:15)
• Spot, forward, swap, and options contracts
• Using derivatives to hedge FX risk
Module 3: Anti-Money Laundering & Sanctions Compliance (11:30 – 01:00)
• Red flags in trade finance
• OFAC/EU sanctions and risk mitigation
Module 4: Workshop – Building a Risk Response Plan (02:00 – 03:30)
• Group exercise on risk scenarios
• Risk controls and escalation procedures
Day 4: Capital Markets and Liquidity Management
Module 1: Introduction to Capital Markets (07:30 – 09:30)
• Primary vs. secondary markets
• Securities, bonds, and structured finance instruments
Module 2: Bank Treasury and Liquidity Tools (09:45 – 11:15)
• Liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) and net stable funding ratio (NSFR)
• Treasury functions and ALM
Module 3: Financial Instruments in Global Portfolios (11:30 – 01:00)
• Fixed income, equities, REITs, and ETFs
• Evaluating returns and volatility
Module 4: Simulation – Capital Market Strategy for Banks (02:00 – 03:30)
• Case activity on bond issuance
• Analysis of investor appetite and risk profile
Day 5: Digital Banking Trends and Certification Wrap-Up
Module 1: The Future of International Banking (07:30 – 09:30)
• FinTech integration, digital KYC, and blockchain use
• Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and trends
Module 2: Group Project – Banking Strategy Presentation (09:45 – 11:15)
• Each group presents a strategic plan for a global banking challenge
• Peer critique and instructor feedback
Module 3: Certification Assessment (11:30 – 01:00)
• Knowledge check quiz and practical scenario application
• Individual feedback on progress
Module 4: Final Recap & Action Planning (02:00 – 03:30)
• Review of tools and frameworks
• Personal growth planning and certificate distribution
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in International Banking & Finance – Intermediate (UK Program), affirming their readiness to operate across global banking environments with advanced financial and regulatory insight.